Definitions

1. verb

to refrain or abstain from something

“She tried to forbear from eating the last piece of cake.”

2. noun

a person who is related to someone by blood or marriage, especially an ancestor

“He is a descendant of a well-known forbear.”

3. verb

to endure patiently or tolerate

“She had to forbear the pain while waiting for the doctor.”

4. noun

a person or thing that is a precursor or forerunner

“The new technology is a forbear of artificial intelligence.”

5. interjection

an expression used to express reluctance or unwillingness

“Forbear, I’m not going to that party tonight.”